Movies Similar to Brian’s Song (1971)

Grief-stricken after his father's death, Jake is finding a fresh start at a new high school in Orlando. His progress is disrupted when Ryan, the leader of a secret MMA fight club,…

Ben Campbell, a bright M.I.T. student determined to succeed, aims for a scholarship to Harvard Medical School. He discovers he can't afford the $300,000 tuition due to his working-class background. However, his…

A man who struggles with social situations and has a tendency to be unpredictable finds love when he's targeted by a group of criminals.

This film is an impressionistic look at a Texas family in the 1950s. It follows Jack, the eldest son, from childhood into adulthood as he struggles to understand his complicated relationship with…

In 1964, Cassius Clay, a confident and outspoken Olympic gold medalist, enters the boxing world. He challenges racial stereotypes with his self-assuredness and declares himself the best boxer ever. However, as he…

A mild-mannered, middle-aged man is married. He falls in love with someone else and decides against divorce, fearing it would be too humiliating for his wife. Instead, he chooses to kill her.

Haunted by her past, a woman struggles for freedom within a close-knit, controlling community. She's drawn to a mysterious stranger who is rumored to be responsible for a string of violent crimes,…

A dying man and his teenage daughter take a road trip from California to New Orleans for his 20th college reunion. During their time there, he secretly hopes she can find the…

This is a fictional story inspired by Jackie Kallen, the renowned female boxing promoter who fought to thrive in a male-dominated industry. It follows her journey of survival and eventual success.

Born in the Arctic, Saiva is immediately branded as cursed by a shaman, warned she will bring misfortune to those close to her. Banished from her people, she lives a nomadic life…

Mr. Miyagi travels to Japan with his student, Daniel, hoping to see his ailing father. Their peaceful trip takes a turn when Miyagi encounters an old rival. Daniel, new to the culture,…

In a tough part of Glasgow, two people form a close bond as they deal with life's difficulties and their own personal struggles. Joe, a man in his thirties who has battled…

"Justice" is a moving story about a young hairdresser dealing with grief and heartbreak as she deals with love and friendship. Following the murder of her boyfriend, Justice finds comfort in writing…

A weary bank robber, abandoned by his old team, gets a second chance at life with a surprising new partner. They team up to reunite their former gang for one last, risky…

Set in 1930s Berlin, this experimental silent film was made by amateur filmmakers with a very limited budget. It offers a raw and charming look at life during a turbulent period in…

After running away from home, Diego finds solace and a chance at a new life by joining a swimming team. He trains for national tryouts and races, but his dreams are threatened…

In 2003, during the Second Intifada in Gaza, the film explores the surprising friendship between two young boys – one Palestinian, one Israeli – who find common ground through their love of…

In the afterlife, souls get one week to choose their eternal destination. Joan is caught in a heartbreaking dilemma: she must decide between the husband she shared a life with and a…

A doctor (Daniel Veronese) puts pressure on his teenage son to pursue a career in medicine, creating growing conflict between them.

A young aspiring filmmaker, Tomas, uses his new camera to document his life. As he films, hidden family secrets begin to emerge.

Hawaa Hawaai is about friendship and pursuing your dreams. Arjun and his family move to the city, where he finds a passion for in-line skating under Coach Lucky, who trains kids for…

Soyo, a reserved high schooler, takes up inline skating. Captivated by the impressive skills of Mogi and his team, she joins them, and her life becomes increasingly focused on the sport.

This is the story of the Balmain boys – working-class lads who unexpectedly become legendary showgirls. They rise to fame as icons of Kings Cross, gracing daytime television and embodying a shift…

This is the true story of Dennis L. Rader, a man who lived a normal life as a husband, father, security officer, and church leader. For over thirty years, he secretly committed…

A devout Sikh is disqualified from boxing for upholding his religious beliefs. Facing racial prejudice and threats based on stereotypes, he responds with defiance.

A substance abuse counselor is arrested for driving under the influence and returns to her hometown of Niagara Falls. There, she discovers her estranged father is terminally ill and wishes she would…

Synopsis: September navigates the challenges of high school.

This film explores the complex relationship between male friendship and traditional ideas of masculinity within the world of Australian sports. It depicts athletes grappling with intense emotions, including profanity, social pressures, hidden…

Igor is hiding a secret from Nicole – he doesn't want her to know he's been bullied. This creates a conflict between them as he tries to keep his past hidden.

A homeless man takes another newcomer under his protection, showing him the ropes of street survival.